About Us

Who we are

The American Indian Policy Institute actively

• Collaborates with Indian Tribes and Communities on issues that affect them
• Participates with Indian Tribes and Communities in identifying, prioritizing and managing projects undertaken with ASU
• Empowers Indian Tribes and Communities through the provision of information, expertise and certifications 

What We do

The American Indian Policy Institute

• Examines current conditions and dynamics in tribal governance
• Helps to resolve structural impediments affecting provision of services
• Focuses on relationships between tribal, federal, state and local governments
• Provides detailed, accurate and timely information to policy makers

The American Indian Policy Institute Services

Technical Assistance for:

• Tribal governments in the development of policies, law and structure
• State, local and federal policy makers concerning Indian law and policy
• ASU administration to develop appropriate policy concerning tribal governments 

Education, Training and Certification:

• Prepare American Indian undergraduate and graduate students for leadership positions
• Provide training and certification programs for tribal, state and federal officials for effective provision of services in American Indian communities

Analysis:

• Produce analysis of current developments in Indian policy and law

Tribal Access to ASU Resources:

• Create access and opportunities for Indian tribes and communities to make use of ASU resources in their own research
• Enable full consideration of American Indian priorities and concerns in ASU research